Columbia University Commencement Controversy

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Rep. D'Esposito pens letter to Columbia University President regarding canceled commencement ceremony due to anti-Israel protests. He asks for a list of graduating students from his district to organize a separate ceremony. Columbia University has canceled its main commencement ceremony due to disruptions caused by protests, but students will still be able to celebrate at smaller, school-based ceremonies.

Key Points

  • Rep. D'Esposito requesting a separate graduation ceremony for students from his district
  • Columbia University canceling main commencement ceremony due to protests
  • Students still able to celebrate at smaller, school-based ceremonies

Pros

  • Rep. D'Esposito advocating for students to have a graduation ceremony they deserve
  • Columbia University allowing students to celebrate at smaller, school-based ceremonies

Cons

  • Disruptions caused by anti-Israel protests leading to cancellation of main commencement ceremony
  • Students missing out on traditional graduation experience